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Amidst the global politics and the smoldering situation in the Middle East, a very sensational and worrying news is coming out. Considered the world’s most sensitive and strategically important waterway Strait of Hormuz A commercial oil tanker with Kuwait flag passing through has been suddenly attacked. At the time of this dangerous attack, there were a total of 21 Indian sailors (Indian Crew Members) on board the ship, whose lives were in great danger. However, it is a matter of relief that all 21 Indian sailors have been completely rescued safely in this deadly attack. The country’s Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal himself has confirmed the incident. Let us know in detail what is the whole truth of this dreadful incident that happened in the Strait of Hormuz and how is the situation there at present.
Attack on Kuwaiti tanker in the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz
The ‘Strait of Hormuz’ is considered one of the world’s most important arteries for international trade and oil supply around the world. This major incident happened on Wednesday, October 21, amid the ongoing heavy tension and war-like situation in the Middle East. Kuwaiti flagged oil tankers ‘M/T Al Dasma’ While it was passing through this international waterway, suddenly some unknown object or attack hit this ship.
According to initial reports, the attack caused damage to the ship, causing chaos there. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) tracked the suspicious incident about 11 nautical miles west of Bukha, Oman. Due to the increasing attacks on this waterway, deep concern is being expressed about international shipping and maritime security.
Big statement from Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal: “All 21 Indian sailors are completely safe”
After this sudden attack on the tanker, the Government of India and the concerned ministries immediately came into action. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal Understanding the seriousness of the situation, he immediately took charge.
The Union Minister reassured the countrymen by sharing an official post on the social media platform ‘X’ (formerly Twitter). He wrote, “On October 21, Kuwait flagged oil tanker ‘M/T Al Dasma’ was attacked by some unknown object while passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The entire crew including our 21 Indian sailors on board the ship is completely safe.” The Minister also informed that Indian authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are in constant touch with the Ship Management Company to ensure the safety and safe return of our seafarers.
Just 10 days ago there was a drone attack on ‘MT Petro Dolphin’
This is not the first incident of ships being targeted in the Strait of Hormuz and its surrounding maritime areas. Just 10 days before this, another commercial ship carrying Indian sailors was attacked in the same area.
According to the information given by the Ministry, a few days ago a tanker named ‘MT Petro Dolphin’ was also attacked, on which 11 Indian sailors were aboard. That tanker was targeted by a dangerous drone near Sohar Anchorage. These continuous incidents make it clear that the conflict in the Middle East is now becoming a huge threat to innocent seafarers and commercial ships traveling on international sea routes.
Indian government reiterates demand for safe sea routes and safety of sailors
The Government of India has already expressed its serious concern in view of these threats constantly looming on global waterways. Earlier on October 11, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had also issued an official statement strongly condemning these attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Government of India has raised a strong demand at international forums that movement on these main sea routes of global trade should be completely safe and uninterrupted. The Government has clarified that the safety and well-being of our seafarers working overseas is of paramount importance, and India is fully prepared to take all possible steps for their protection. At present, all Indians aboard ‘M/T Al Dasma’ are safe and the situation is being closely monitored at diplomatic and administrative levels.